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September 15, 2025
Author: Annabel Norris, Marketing Manager
In the food production industry, the right equipment can make the difference between a high-quality, efficient operation and one that struggles with product loss, inefficiency, or inconsistent results. When it comes to designing a food production line for rice, pasta, and pulses, it’s important to recognise that each product comes with its own set of challenges and requirements.
Below, we explore the key considerations — and how DC Norris’s expertise and advanced equipment for the food production industry can help you get it right.
Rice, pasta, and pulses vary in fragility, density, composition and moisture sensitivity. These properties influence how they should be stored, conveyed, and handled. For example:
A one-size-fits-all approach risks product damage and inefficiency. Instead, your production line should be engineered to accommodate the specific characteristics of each ingredient.
DC Norris’ Cook Quench Chill systems are purpose-built to cook and cool products like rice, pasta, and pulses efficiently and gently. Features such as wave agitation, rapid heating and precise temperature control help long pasta, noodles, and delicate rice grains maintain definition without sticking or breaking. Pulses are cooked evenly while preserving their shape and texture.
By optimising each stage — cooking, quenching, and chilling — Cook Quench Chill systems deliver a consistent, high-quality result every time.
Investing in a food production line is a long-term decision, and flexibility is key to maximising your return on investment. DC Norris’s Cook Quench Chill Adapt system is modular by design, allowing you to add sections or upgrade components as your production requirements evolve.
This means you can:
A modular approach ensures your equipment can grow with your business, helping you adapt to changing market demands without significant downtime or capital expense.
Energy consumption is a growing concern in the food production industry. DC Norris addresses this with innovations like Jet Cook™, which uses advanced steam technology to heat products quickly and evenly. Compared to traditional methods, Jet Cook can reduce energy usage by up to 50%, cutting operating costs while supporting sustainability goals.
Maintaining batch-to-batch consistency is essential in large-scale production. DC Norris’ Process Manager Software provides precise control over cooking parameters — such as temperature, agitation, and cook times — ensuring every batch meets exact specifications. This not only safeguards product quality but also simplifies operator training and reduces the chance of human error.
Today’s manufacturers often need to process a variety of products on the same line. DC Norris’s systems are designed for versatility, capable of handling:
This adaptability allows producers to respond to evolving market trends without investing in separate production lines for each product.
In summary, selecting the right food production line for rice, pasta, and pulses means taking into account the specific characteristics of each product, integrating advanced cooking and cooling technologies, prioritising energy efficiency, and ensuring flexibility for future growth. With decades of expertise and cutting-edge equipment for the food production industry, DC Norris helps manufacturers around the world achieve consistent quality, reduced costs, and greater operational efficiency.
Whether you’re producing delicate pasta, premium rice, or protein-rich pulses, DC Norris can design a solution tailored to your needs — now and in the future.
📞 Call us today on +44 (0) 1763 245 611 or 📧 Email us at [email protected] to discuss your project with one of our experts.
